Guidehouse
Cyber Security Engineer SME – Associate Director
Guidehouse, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Cyber Security Engineer SME – Associate Director
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Guidehouse Overview
Our Cybersecurity Consultants are a team of business integrators with extensive consulting and industry experience who help our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy through execution. A career in an integrated team of developers and consultants provides the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business issues every day, applying a collection of security spectrum capabilities, including security strategy and governance, IT risk, security technologies, and cybercrime and breach response. What You Will Do
Provide technical leadership on major cybersecurity engineering tasks across all networks and environments. Propose, develop, deploy, configure, operate, integrate, maintain, and support enhancements of cybersecurity capabilities including threat detection tools, traffic segmentation controls, and security infrastructure. Establish goals for cybersecurity tool implementation that meet project objectives. Direct cybersecurity engineering activities with domain expertise in multiple capability categories. Make critical decisions regarding cybersecurity tool selection, design, and deployment. Ensure cyber capabilities meet or exceed minimum standards to operate on the DoDIN (Department of Defense Information Network). Focus areas may include: Secure Design, Tool Engineering/Lead, Cyber Incident Response Team Lead, Comply-to-Connect (C2C) NAC, Data Security, Defensive Cyberspace Operations Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Scanner Ops, Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Implementation, Vulnerability Management Lead, DevSecOps, and various specialized tool/process engineering roles. What You Will Need
Bachelor’s Degree is required Minimum of TEN (10) years of relevant cybersecurity or IT security experience An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance Demonstrated expertise in enterprise security architecture, threat intelligence, and incident response Mastery of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, RMF SP 800-53 Rev 5, DoD 8570) Experience with cybersecurity platforms such as Splunk, Tenable, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike, and AWS/Azure security services Experience in incident response, threat hunting, and forensic analysis Experience with cloud security practices and technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) Demonstrated ability to be effective as a Subject Matter Expert delivering cyber theories, concepts and principles in cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders What Would Be Nice To Have
Master’s Degree in relevant cybersecurity or IT field One or more of the following certifications: ISC2 Zero Trust Strategy Certificate; Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) / Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC); IAT Level II (Information Assurance Technical); IAM Level II (Information Assurance Management); Cloud Security Certification (AWS, Azure, or Google) Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI/ML in cybersecurity, quantum-resistant cryptography, and secure software supply chain practices Experience with Zero Trust Architecture and implementation based on CISA, DOD and/or IC maturity models Compensation and Benefits
Annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits Include
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information will be kept confidential and used to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All recruitment communications will come from Guidehouse domains. Guidehouse does not charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process. Do not provide banking information to third parties. If any person or organization demands money related to a Guidehouse job opportunity, report to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. For validity of correspondence, contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
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Cyber Security Engineer SME – Associate Director
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Guidehouse Overview
Our Cybersecurity Consultants are a team of business integrators with extensive consulting and industry experience who help our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy through execution. A career in an integrated team of developers and consultants provides the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business issues every day, applying a collection of security spectrum capabilities, including security strategy and governance, IT risk, security technologies, and cybercrime and breach response. What You Will Do
Provide technical leadership on major cybersecurity engineering tasks across all networks and environments. Propose, develop, deploy, configure, operate, integrate, maintain, and support enhancements of cybersecurity capabilities including threat detection tools, traffic segmentation controls, and security infrastructure. Establish goals for cybersecurity tool implementation that meet project objectives. Direct cybersecurity engineering activities with domain expertise in multiple capability categories. Make critical decisions regarding cybersecurity tool selection, design, and deployment. Ensure cyber capabilities meet or exceed minimum standards to operate on the DoDIN (Department of Defense Information Network). Focus areas may include: Secure Design, Tool Engineering/Lead, Cyber Incident Response Team Lead, Comply-to-Connect (C2C) NAC, Data Security, Defensive Cyberspace Operations Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Scanner Ops, Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Implementation, Vulnerability Management Lead, DevSecOps, and various specialized tool/process engineering roles. What You Will Need
Bachelor’s Degree is required Minimum of TEN (10) years of relevant cybersecurity or IT security experience An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance Demonstrated expertise in enterprise security architecture, threat intelligence, and incident response Mastery of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, RMF SP 800-53 Rev 5, DoD 8570) Experience with cybersecurity platforms such as Splunk, Tenable, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike, and AWS/Azure security services Experience in incident response, threat hunting, and forensic analysis Experience with cloud security practices and technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) Demonstrated ability to be effective as a Subject Matter Expert delivering cyber theories, concepts and principles in cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders What Would Be Nice To Have
Master’s Degree in relevant cybersecurity or IT field One or more of the following certifications: ISC2 Zero Trust Strategy Certificate; Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) / Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC); IAT Level II (Information Assurance Technical); IAM Level II (Information Assurance Management); Cloud Security Certification (AWS, Azure, or Google) Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI/ML in cybersecurity, quantum-resistant cryptography, and secure software supply chain practices Experience with Zero Trust Architecture and implementation based on CISA, DOD and/or IC maturity models Compensation and Benefits
Annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits Include
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information will be kept confidential and used to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All recruitment communications will come from Guidehouse domains. Guidehouse does not charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process. Do not provide banking information to third parties. If any person or organization demands money related to a Guidehouse job opportunity, report to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. For validity of correspondence, contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
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